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Cheapest return flight
₹ 77,380
Typical prices: ₹ 74,316-₹ 112,297
Etihad Airways
Thu 18/10Sun 11/11
ORD - DEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 35,838
Typical prices: ₹ 37,167-₹ 68,445
Etihad Airways
Fri 28/9
ORD - DEL • 2 stops
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There are currently no direct flights between Chicago and New Delhi. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg ₹ 74,198 (return)
Shortest trip • 20h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to New Delhi (CHI-DEL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chicago to New Delhi

Thu, 22 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
20:25 - 07:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
25h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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04:25 - 15:00DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 77,380Etihad Airways
Thu, 22 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
20:25 - 07:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
25h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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20:55 - 15:00DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 77,380Etihad Airways
Sun, 27 Sep - Tue, 13 Oct
ITA Airways Logo
15:00 - 01:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
23h 40m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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03:00 - 13:10DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 40m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
₹ 77,380ITA Airways
Wed, 30 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:25 - 19:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
36h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:10 - 08:35DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 55m3 stops Indore Bengaluru Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 79,377Multiple Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:15 - 05:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
21h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
07:00 - 10:00DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 30m1 stop Istanbul
₹ 80,232Turkish Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Wed, 10 Feb
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11:45 - 05:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
30h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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07:00 - 18:20DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 50m1 stop Istanbul
₹ 80,232Turkish Airlines
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
KLM Logo
16:50 - 01:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
22h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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03:55 - 14:15DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
₹ 80,327KLM
Mon, 28 Sep - Sun, 25 Oct
KLM Logo
17:10 - 22:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
19h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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03:20 - 15:25DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
₹ 80,327KLM
Mon, 25 Jan - Tue, 23 Feb
Emirates Logo
19:45 - 02:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
18h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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04:10 - 14:55DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
₹ 84,510Emirates
Sun, 31 Jan - Tue, 23 Feb
Emirates Logo
19:45 - 02:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
18h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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04:10 - 14:55DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
₹ 84,605Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chicago to New Delhi flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chicago to New Delhi with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Chicago to New Delhi?

Return flights from Chicago to New Delhi start at ₹ 77,380. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ₹ 74,316 to ₹ 112,297. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 77,380 on Etihad Airways.

What is the cheapest Chicago to New Delhi flight route?

There's little price difference between Chicago to New Delhi routes. They average around ₹ 89,750 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to New Delhi?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to New Delhi and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to New Delhi?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to New Delhi at ₹ 73,483 return.
  • December (₹ 125,957) and July (₹ 114,835) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago to New Delhi the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago to New Delhi are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Chicago to New Delhi flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

₹ 35,838
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (41% more expensive on average)
Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi

When to book flights from Chicago to New Delhi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to New Delhi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago to New Delhi flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Need facilities for children?

    When you are traveling with children, consider using O'Hare International Airport. The airport has a functioning family lounge which gives children ample time to play. Additionally, the airport provides the mother rooms for the nursing mothers. The rooms provide both comfort and privacy for breastfeeding mothers.

  • What is the quick way to get from Indira Gandhi airport to the city center?

    The quickest way is by the use of the metro services available at the airport. The metro services will cost you between 40-60 INR (0.5-1 USD) for the journey from DEL airport to the city center. Alternatively, you can use the taxis which are slightly more expensive than the metro but take a shorter duration to the city center.

  • Does O'Hare Airport provide parking spaces?

    ORD airport has sufficient parking space. Through the online parking systems, the airport reserves parking space for travelers upon payment. The cost of parking is usually around $13-$18 per day. The airport also provides additional services such as car care services and heated indoor parking, which is ideal in winter conditions.

  • Is it possible to fly from Midway International Airport directly to New Delhi?

    Several airlines offer nonstop flights from the Midway International Airport to DEL airport in India. However, others have one or two stopping points on the way to DEL airport. Airlines that provide their services along this route include Delta, United Airlines, and KLM.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago to New Delhi?

    Flights from Chicago to New Delhi may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago to New Delhi?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to New Delhi:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Chicago to New Delhi?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 74,198 return via Hong Kong Intl (HKG), compared with ₹ 83,948 for direct.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago to New Delhi pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago to New Delhi most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 7% of one-stop connections

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago to New Delhi?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Chicago to New Delhi route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 85,651 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ₹ 95,822, a difference of ₹ 10,172. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Chicago to New Delhi?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago to New Delhi route, 82% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 4 hours 8 minutes.

  • What popular places can I visit in New Delhi?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Delhi are New Delhi Railway Station, Connaught Place, and Paharganj. These are among the most viewed places in New Delhi on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago to New Delhi flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 18% above the route average of ₹ 89,452. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago to New Delhi?

    A direct flight from Chicago to New Delhi takes 0h 00m, covering 19,343 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago to New Delhi?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago to New Delhi looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago to New Delhi are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 40,677, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Air India's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Chicago to New Delhi flights?

    Air India is the only airline operating Chicago to New Delhi flights. 18% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Chicago to New Delhi?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Chicago to New Delhi?

    Flying via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 32m, compared to 20h 37m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 20h 40m via Newark (EWR).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago and New Delhi?

    New Delhi is 10 hours ahead of Chicago (India Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago to New Delhi flight?

    Return flights from Chicago to New Delhi range from ₹ 74,316 to ₹ 112,297, with an average of ₹ 89,452 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 74,316 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chicago to New Delhi flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average ₹ 85,651 – about ₹ 10,172 less than Saturday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago to New Delhi trip for April. Fares historically average ₹ 73,483 return in that month – typically ₹ 52,474 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ₹ 74,198 return on this route – about ₹ 9,750 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport.
    - Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi
    - Pride Plaza Hotel, Aerocity New Delhi
    - ibis New Delhi Aerocity
  • When you choose to fly from O’Hare Intl (ORD) airport in the United States to Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) airport in India, there are several options that you can weigh depending on your schedule. In this case, you can choose a nonstop flight or stop at some point, depending on your schedule. Several airlines such as Air India, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines provide these options when you seek their services.
  • O’Hare Intl (ORD) airport has many hotel facilities to benefit from whether you are waiting for a flight or after a flight. Within the airport premises, you can get the services of Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport. Apart from this, you can also get the services of Sheraton Suites Chicago O’Hare, which offers free shuttle services to and from the ORD airport.
  • Airport shuttle services are available to the airport from any pick-up point within the city. Expect to pay around $45 for the shuttle services, with the cost increasing depending on the nature of the airport shuttle.
  • If you want a smooth departure from the ORD airport, consider using the CLEAR program provided by the airport. Upon completion of enrollment into the program, you will be eligible for prior security clearance and airport assistance. This will enable you to present your boarding pass and only undergo the most critical security checks. Through the program, you save time on the security and clearance queues.
  • When waiting for your flight, you can enjoy the airport lounge facilities at the ORD airport. ORD airport has several lounges that you can choose from. The airport houses the Admiral Club, the Delta Sky Club, and the United Club. These lounges are open to all passengers, with their charges ranging from approx. $40-$60. If you are using the Midway International (MDW) airport, you may opt for the USO Lounge at the facility.

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